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On the road with animals.

On the road with animals.

Getting away, arriving, finding accommodation – with no nasty surprises. With our tips, your four-legged friend is sure to feel as right as rain while travelling. And you will arrive safely. That’s a promise!

Five tips.

For four-legged passengers.

Expect unpredictability.

New impressions, experiences – and often new reactions, too. No animal is entirely predictable.
Protect yourself by taking out personal liability and health insurance.

A good start.

Give your animal enough to drink prior to departure and feed it for the last time six hours beforehand. This will keep its tummy calm and you will be spared any surprises.

Everything ready and raring to go?

Important vaccinations sometimes need time to take effect. Therefore visit your vet soon enough. You will also discover here how to keep your animal healthy in the country of destination.

Buckle up.

A dog weighing 20 kg is roughly as heavy as an elephant in the event of an impact – but much snappier. Therefore get your animal used to belt, net or crate early on.

Good entry.

Not every breed is allowed to enter some countries. In other countries, special vaccination regulations apply. Find out, in advance, about the entry regulations for your destination.

Everything well stowed.

Animal luggage.

Socks, shoes and your snack for between meals – your four-legged friend is sure to find the content of your suitcase yummy as well. But it needs its own luggage, of course. Our checklist prepares you optimally for your journey with your animal.

* Our checklists do not claim to be complete and are therefore not exhaustive.

The following should be taken:

Food, water bottle, bowl

Brush, comb

Basket or blanket, towel

Toys

First aid kit

Lead, collar, muzzle

Name tag with contact details

Poo bags

Our checklists do not claim to be complete and are therefore not exhaustive.